{"product_id":"mapei-mapeguard-2","title":"Mapei Mapeguard 2","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMapei Mapeguard 2 Peel-and-Stick Crack Isolation, Waterproofing, and Sound Reduction Membrane — 225 Sq. Ft.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMapei Mapeguard 2 is a next-generation, flexible, thin, 40-mil (1 mm) lightweight, load-bearing, fabric-reinforced peel-and-stick crack-isolation, waterproofing, and vapor-control membrane. It goes down before tile, doing four jobs at once: blocking crack transmission, managing moisture vapor, waterproofing the assembly, and reducing sound transfer through the floor.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMapeguard 2 prevents existing or future in-plane floor cracks with movement up to 3\/8\" (10 mm) wide from transmitting through grout, ceramic tile, and natural stone. It also reduces the transmission of impact sound — footsteps, dropped objects — and airborne sound through floors when installed under ceramic tile, stone, or wood floor coverings. \u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex w-1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAt 35% lighter than previous generations of comparable membranes, it's easy to position and cut to size. The split-back release film installs faster than membranes with one-piece liners, and the white surface is easy to see in lower-light conditions. Rated Extra Heavy by ASTM C627 service rating — suitable for residential and high-traffic commercial environments including airports, malls, restaurants, and office buildings. \u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBonds to concrete, cement mortar beds, leveling coats, and cement backer units. Compatible with ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and wood floor coverings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href='https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1996\/7489\/files\/Mapegard_2_Technical_Data_Sheet.pdf?v=1781202929\"'\u003eClick Here for Technical Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMapei\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMapeguard 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRoll Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e225 Sq. Ft. (20 sq. m.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eRoll Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e39-3\/8\" × 68-5\/8'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e40 mil (1 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInstallation Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePeel-and-stick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFunctions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCrack isolation, waterproofing, vapor control, sound reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMax Crack Movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eUp to 3\/8\" (10 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eASTM C627 Service Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eExtra Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCompatible Floor Coverings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCeramic, porcelain, natural stone, wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInterior \/ Exterior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInterior; limited exterior (slope ≥ 1\/4\" per foot required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShower Floor Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSubmerged \/ Standing Water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Mapeguard 2 actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e Four things: isolates cracks so floor movement doesn't crack tile, waterproofs the assembly, manages vapor pressure, and reduces impact and airborne sound through the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it install?\u003c\/strong\u003e Peel-and-stick. The split-back release film lets you position and adhere it in sections — faster than single-liner membranes. Apply over a primed substrate; no additional adhesive mortar required for the membrane itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I tile directly over it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — set tile with an appropriate Mapei polymer-modified mortar directly over the membrane after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work in showers?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not on shower floors or submerged applications. For shower floors or standing water areas, use Mapei Mapelastic AquaDefense instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e With limitations — exterior floors require a minimum slope of 1\/4\" per foot for drainage. Not approved for exterior floors with inadequate drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for commercial use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Rated Extra Heavy by ASTM C627, making it appropriate for high-traffic commercial environments including airports, malls, and restaurants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it reduce noise between floors?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it reduces both impact sound (footsteps, dropped items) and airborne sound (voices, TV) transmitted through the floor assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat primers are compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Mapei SM Primer or SM Primer Fast for standard applications. For vapor management applications, use Mapei HM Primer instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product-sku-search\" class=\"product-sku-search\"\u003eSku: \u003cspan\u003e04051\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- END FLOORCOMMANDER SKU INSERT --\u003e","brand":"Mapei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47778203304130,"sku":"04051","price":579.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1996\/7489\/files\/mapeguard2box.png?v=1781200061","url":"https:\/\/flooringmarket.com\/products\/mapei-mapeguard-2","provider":"Flooring Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}